"These exceptional scientists are pioneers in the field and have made enormous contributions to our understanding of the biology of stem cells and cancer," said Paul Frenette, M.D., director and chair of Einstein's Stem Cell Institute and professor of medicine and of cell biology. "We look forward to discussing the latest developments. Hopefully it will spark productive dialogues and collaborations among the researchers who attend."

The symposium will take place in the afternoon, from 1:00 – 5:30 p.m. ET. The scheduled presenters are: